sections 217 to 265 of the Crimes Act 1961 (these relate to crimes against property)

the Pawnbrokers Act 1908

the Secondhand Dealers Act 1963

have been subject to a sentence of imprisonment at any time within the past 5 years

have had a certificate or licence cancelled or had renewal refused within the past 5 years

hold a certificate that has been suspended

have been a person involved in the management of a company that has had a licence cancelled within the past 5 years.

If you are not eligible to hold a licence or certificate but you believe there are special reasons why you should be granted one anyway, you can include the Waiver of Disqualification form with your application.